Off the Shoulder Fashion

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Off the Shoulder Fashion
by Alexandra Phanor-Faury
In addition to covering up shoulders in pads and even spikes this season, designers are also exposing them and drawing attention to this often ignored erogenous zone with striking, asymmetric necklines. This Grecian look isn’t all that new, this trend has been around the block before but today the attention grabbing silhouette can be seen in array of styles from the traditional, ethereal long number to the sexy ultra-mini dress. There is a one-shoulder dress out there for everyone from the vampy to the avant-garde which explains why celebrities on the red carpet can’t get enough of this look. If you need any more proof of this silhouette’s staying power, just look to Michelle Obama. The First Lady looked breath-taking in a beautiful, white Swarovski embellished crystallized gown by Jason Wu at the Inauguration Evening Ball for President Obama. It’s time to exfoliate your shoulders and get those babies ready for the spotlight in this revolving trend.

Keri Hilson

Kelly Rowland

14/20

Kelly Rowland takes this feminine, asymmetric, yellow, satin dress and toughens it up with a wide leather belt and a thick wedge heel shoe.

Halle Berry

15/20

A long, flowy, one shoulder, toga-style gown is always a glamorous option for a special occasion.While we suggest you keep the look sophisticated with a simple hue, look for eye-catching details like Halle Berry’s twinkling jeweled bust to keep the look fresh.

Taraji P. Henson

16/20

Taraji P. Henson shows off her sculpted arm in a delish, pink gown replete with intricate folds and pleats.

Niecy Nash

17/20

The one-shoulder trend is an equal opportunity trend that looks amazing on any size or shape.